Idaho

Mike Komara walks us through the mindset of a competitor — and how that mindset makes you a better everyday angler. From hand-me-down rods in Pittsburgh to medals with Team USA, Mike explains why simplicity wins: a single-fly approach, smart microliter setups, and a handful of adaptable rods. We talk translating spring-creek precision to big western rivers, reading water and bugs the moment you step out of the car, and the small technical moves (tuck casts, inverted drifts, matching bottom speed) that turn drifts into fish. It’s part practical how-to, part origin story, and a reminder that good fishing usually comes from thinking less about gear and more about the water.

Today we’re hanging out with Norman Maktima: world champ fly angler, guide, and all-around fishy guy. Norman grew up in Pueblo tradition, fished his...

Episode Show Notes If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to truly dial in Idaho fly fishing, today’s episode is for you. We’re joined by...

Scott Reimer, head guide at The Lodge at Palisades Creek, shares invaluable insights into the unique mutant Stonefly hatch, one of the most fascinating...

In this episode, host Dave talks with Glade Gunther, Fly Director for USAngling and member of Fly Fishing Team USA. Glade is also in...

Today, we explore Fly Fish Food Jimmy's, a top fly shop in the West, now under new management. Join us as we speak with...

Josh Mills, a seasoned expert from the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers team, as well as a board member of the Wild Steelhead Coalition and...

Bruce Staples, author of multiple books on fishing in the Yellowstone area, is back totake us to the East Idaho Fly Tying Expo. You'll find...

In this podcast, Dave talks about Ketchum and Sun Valley, Idaho, famous for many "firsts" in fly fishing and skiing. He joins Terry Ring,...

Think of the last time you saw a fish rise to eat an insect. Were you able to identify what stage of the insect...